The Ins and Outs of F-1 Practical Training
To better work with international students in F-1 status, academic international advisors and HR professionals should work closely together, as they both play critical roles in processing the necessary documents surrounding F-1 practical training work authorization benefits. This session will cover best practices and the latest developments for optional practical training and curricular practical training, as well as what policy developments could lie ahead.
James Hammerschmidt
Dr. James Hammerschmidt is the Associate Vice Provost for the Office of Global Engagement and the Executive Director of the Office of International Services at the University of Illinois at Chicago. As Associate Vice Provost, Hammerschmidt provides oversight of immigration-related services to over 6,000 international students, scholars, physicians, and staff at the University of Illinois at Chicago and its Peoria and Rockford campuses.
Hammerschmidt is also an active member of NAFSA: Association of International Educators, currently serving as Chair of NAFSA’s Healthcare IIG. Hammerschmidt has also served as past chair of the NAFSA International Education Leadership Knowledge Community. In addition, he also served as Chair of the NAFSA Regulatory Ombudspersons Subcommittee.